I double over, laughing so hard because I was just moments away from the sheriff catching me with Camden between my thighs.
“Glad you find this hilarious. I just had to talk to that man with a goddamn boner,” Camden gripes.
43
PIPPA
My phone vibrating against my nightstand wakes me up. I groan, scolding myself for not putting it on do not disturb last night. I swore I had before Camden and I went in for round three for the night, but he might’ve distracted me before I could do it.
I ignore my phone, letting one eye pop open to find Camden fast asleep next to me. He lies on his back, the sheet barely shielding his naked body. It drapes low on his hips, giving me a perfect view of his chiseled abs. I remember paying close attention to them last night, tracing the crevices with my tongue between the muscles he must work hard to maintain.
Well, now that I’m awake…
I do have the day off. I could technically start the morning with Camden’s cock down my throat, seeing how long I could touch him until he woke up. I’m licking my lips, getting ready to slide my hand down his muscles, when my phone rings again.
I pull it from the nightstand, finding my brother’s name on the screen. I swipe to answer, trying to keep my voice down so as not to wake Camden.
“Everything okay?” I ask, my voice cracking from not being used this morning. Or maybe it’s because I spent half the night moaning Camden’s name, making my throat feel hoarse this morning.
“I’m going to the airport,” Cade says, his words making me shoot straight up in bed.
“What?” I ask, shocked.
“I’m going to Chicago to see Mare. To tell her I’ll move there or do whatever I need to be with her. I miss her, Pip. I have to see her.”
I take a deep breath. “Okay, well, for starters, about damn time.”
He must not find it funny because he doesn’t respond.
“Is she excited to see you?” I ask, happy that maybe finally he’ll see her and stop moping. I’m ready to have the normal Cade back. He’s always been broody, but he’s more tolerable when Mare’s around.
“That’s the thing. I’m surprising her.”
“Oh,” I answer, knowing Mare isn’t the best with surprises. I don’t tell him that because I’m just glad he’s going out there and doing some big gesture for her. It’s cute.
“Is it a dumb idea?” he asks, his voice nervous.
“Not at all. It’s romantic. She’ll love it.”
“I just have to see her, Pip. Everything aches because I miss her so much.”
“Then it’s good you’re going to see her. Girls like big, romantic gestures,” I add, looking over to a sleeping Camden. Except he isn’t sleeping anymore. He’s awake and looking right at me.
“Dad and I talked last night. I’m not making any rash decisions right now other than going to see her. But I’ll do whatever it takes to be with her. Even if that means moving to Chicago if that’s what she needs.”
I swallow because I can’t imagine what it’d be like not to have Cade or Mare here. I’d miss them both too much. So much of my life has interwoven with theirs over the years. But I don’t say anything because more than anything, I want them to be happy. Plus, if I know anything about Mare, I know her heart truly belongs to Sutten.
“Is that okay?” He sounds so unsure it makes my heart hurt.
“Of course, Cade,” I answer, not wanting to imagine what Sutten looks like without him, Mare, or Mom. “Go get our girl,” I add, trying to lighten the mood.
He laughs. “Hopefully she doesn’t see me again and question why she ever fell in love with me.”
“As if,” I say, shaking my head, even though he can’t see anything. “She’s been obsessed with you since we were kids. She loves you, Cade. I’m excited for the two of you to be back together. You were getting a little too moody…even by your standards.”
I don’t have to see him to know he’s rolling his eyes at me right now. I smile, excited to hear how it goes.
“Let me know when you get there, okay? Keep me updated.”
“I will. Love ya, Pip.”
“Love you,” I respond before hanging up the phone and placing it back on the nightstand once again.
Camden gives me a sleepy smile, opening his arms wide. “Come lie with me.” His voice is raspy and sexy. I listen, placing my cheek to his chest and enjoying the way he wraps me up in a warm embrace.